Event Details

In collaboration with the New-York Historical Society, the Bryant Park Reading Room presents a series of free lectures on popular topics including the Supreme Court, the Cold War, presidential biography, and more.

Event Details

In collaboration with the New-York Historical Society, the Bryant Park Reading Room presents a series of free lectures on popular topics including the Supreme Court, the Cold War, presidential biography, and more.

The decisions of the Nation’s highest court have a lasting impact on how individuals and large organizations alike operate under the law. Join us for a talk on some of the most pivotal modern cases, including Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (2010), which restricts the right of governments to limit campaign contributions by corporations and unions, and Obergefell v. Hodges (2015), which federally granted the right to same-sex marriage.

Michael G. Trachtman is a founder and president of Powell, Trachtman, Logan, Carrle & Lombardo, P.C., a litigation and business practice law firm, and the author of The Supremes’ Greatest Hits: The 44 Supreme Court Cases That Most Directly Affect Your Life.

LOCATION

This program will be held at the Reading Room in Bryant Park. The Reading Room is located on the 42nd Street side of the park between 5th and 6th Avenues. Look for the burgundy and white umbrellas.

Rain Venue: In case of summer showers, there will be an on-site tent. In case of severe weather, please check bryantpark.org for the indoor location or contact the New-York Historical’s Department of Public Programs at 212-485-9205.

TICKETS

Free Admission. No advance reservation is required. First come, first served.